When

Saturday, September 27th, 2025

Where

416 Ledger School Road, Bakersville NC

Distances

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About this race

🏞️ Race Overview

  • Event Date: 2025-09-27
  • Location: 416 Ledger School Road, Bakersville, NC
  • Description: This is a race that will run on the anniversary of Hurricane Helene, a storm that ravaged Bakersville leaving hundreds of thousands of trees down on mountainsides and in roads.
  • Purpose: All of the profit will be going to the Mitchell County Parks and Recreation Department to help rebuild the parks and the playgrounds.

🥤 Aid and Support

  • Access to Aid: Runners will have access to food and aid every time they pass the start line.
  • Crew Stations: Set up a crew station in the parking lot and bring your favorite foods and hydration for the race.
  • Spectators: Spectators are welcome.

🎁 Race Swag

  • Tshirt: There will be a long sleeved cotton tshirt for all runners.
  • Medal: Participants will receive a medal.
  • Inclusivity: Even if you only walk for an hour, or you run the entire 8 hours, you'll be given your race swag.
  • Swag Quality: Race Swag is going to be epic.

🔗 More Information

Course map

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